Lindsay will speak and then officially break bread to celebrate the opening of the center.

Whole Foods Market is transferring its Northern California Regional distribution center from San Francisco to Richmond to be more centrally located to its 38 stores. The center will be fully operational by month’s end.

“Whole Foods Market is thrilled to be opening this distribution center in Richmond.” “We are very thankful for the City of Richmond’s support on this project and look forward to fully incorporating ourselves into the local community.”

Gayle McLaughlin, Richmond Mayor

“We are thrilled that Whole Foods Market is opening their new distribution center in Richmond.” “We are thankful to Whole Foods Market for their investment in our business community and for providing new jobs for our residents.”

WHEN:

Friday, May 17 at 11 a.m.

WHERE:

Whole Foods Market Distribution Center

Pinole Point Business Park

6035 Giant Road, Richmond, CA 94806

Directions: Note, if you GPS the address it will take you to Giant Highway not Road. If you use GPS, enter the UPS office address (1601 Atlas Road, Richmond) and then follow Atlas Road until you get to Giant Road – then take a right. http://goo.gl/maps/fcYPF Call Jennifer Marples on cell for assistance, if needed.